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ROOTS JIU JITSU TEAM HAWAII
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Aiea, Hawaii
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rootsjiujitsuhawaii.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (808) 330-2857
Hours
| Monday | 9–10:30 AM, 6–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6–7:30 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 9–10:30 AM, 6–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–7:30 AM, 5–8 PM |
| Friday | 9–10:30 AM, 5:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They are so patient with the kids they teach and put on an excellent class.”
“Everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, shares a mutual respect and camaraderie that makes training here feel like being part of a family.”
What members say
“Friendly yet competitive environment, excellent instructions”
“Everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, shares a mutual respect and camaraderie that makes training here feel like being part of a family.”
“The vibes are friendly, the training is intense - but never intimidating, family & pets are welcome, and we socialize often.”
“Family environment, good techniques, and great rolls!”
From the reviews
Ian is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and encouraging for female beginners. Highly recommend Roots BJJ!
I can’t say enough good things about Roots BJJ! From the moment you step onto the mats, you’re welcomed into a professional and supportive environment. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and dedicated, ensuring that every class is not just about technique, but also about building a strong foundation in…
I love this Academy! I knew this was going to be my new “3rd Home” after one class. The vibes are friendly, the training is intense - but never intimidating, family & pets are welcome, and we socialize often. Everything is about community, and that’s a core principle at Roots.
Training at this gym has taught me so much about Jiu-Jitsu and has given many chances to work and develop my skills. Since day 1 there was always an inviting vibe and work that pushed the pace. Never a boring day on or off the mat with this team, treating everyone as if we were one big family.
New to BJJ? Start at ROOTS JIU JITSU TEAM HAWAII
ROOTS JIU JITSU TEAM HAWAII comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at ROOTS JIU JITSU TEAM HAWAII
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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